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Melissa Brunson, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Melissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Melissa. View 37 reviews
Great news, Melissa is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Georgia

Recent reviews

Ms.Brunson is very attentive and respectful. She takes the time to ask needed questions and asks to understand, I really personally appreciate the time she puts in. Thank you so much

Reviewed December 2024

Melissa provides so much great feedback, exercises, and listening power. I really enjoy our sessions and love that she adds Christian practices to help in my overall journey

Reviewed December 2024

More about Melissa

  • 11 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am licensed in Georgia with many years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Anger management Depression Abandonment Attachment issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Forgiveness Impulsivity Life purpose Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love

Licenses

Melissa Brunson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386338598.

  • LPC · Georgia · LPC013324 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Melissa Brunson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

37 reviews

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Ms.Brunson is very attentive and respectful. She takes the time to ask needed questions and asks to understand, I really personally appreciate the time she puts in. Thank you so much

Reviewed December 2024

Melissa provides so much great feedback, exercises, and listening power. I really enjoy our sessions and love that she adds Christian practices to help in my overall journey

Reviewed December 2024

Melissa Brunson has been an absolutely amazing, well-rounded counselor. I am incredibly grateful (including to God) for allowing my encounter with her.

Reviewed December 2024

Simply the best!!!

Reviewed December 2024

Melissa has helped me and supported me through becoming a better version of myself. She has helped me feel more confident and comfortable about having boundaries, instead of bottling how I truly feel about situations. She has helped me figure out that people need to know where I truly stand in life in order to be taken seriously. She’s helping me find an identity that isn’t purely other people.

Reviewed November 2024

Melissa has helped me in so many ways and I can’t thank her enough ❤️

Reviewed November 2024

10/10

Reviewed November 2024

Melissa has helped me so much through such wise, practical counsel. She goes above and beyond to look deep into the root of your issues and helps you with tools to heal from trauma . She is such a good listener and makes you feel so comfortable. I am so glad I found her and will always be so thankful for her help.

Reviewed November 2024

Melissa has helped me so much! I truly feel the support she gives me and the care she has for the things that I am discussing. I finally feel seen and heard!

Reviewed November 2024

Truly love her and grateful for everything she has already done!

Reviewed September 2024

I’ve only had a few sessions but Melissa Brunson has already helped me heal so much! Highly recommended.

Reviewed August 2024

I am so thankful that God placed Melissa in my life. She has helped me with so many things and is so down to earth. I love her method of therapy and the fact that she is a woman of God is just the icing on the cake. I would highly recommend Melissa Brunson!!

Reviewed August 2024

So far so good! I’m really loving talking to Melissa! She is so knowledgable and attentive! She’s easy to talk too!

Reviewed July 2024

Melissa is professional, proficient, caring, and experienced. Her support and expertise have made a huge difference in my life.

Reviewed June 2024

I suffered great loss of my husband. It was after a year and half I found Melissa. And I thought I was through the worst part of the pain and didn’t need much help . But she offered lots of wisdom and understanding that I wasn’t alone in my walk and decision making. Life gets busy being a single Mom, but I know she is there when I need her.

Reviewed May 2024

It is imperative for me to talk to someone that is an expert and understands my faith and culture. Melissa is exactly what I need. Her help in navigating my grief journey has been invaluable.

Reviewed May 2024

Dr Melissa is super relatable, a great listener and offers suggestions and ways to adjust, identify and respond. She is a woman of faith and followers of Jesus which is a big part of my search criteria. Not in a way where the Word of God is constantly pushed at me, but to know our faith and principles align, means we can expect to be set apart from things and ideas and expectations of the world.

Reviewed May 2024

Does great always

Reviewed May 2024

Mrs. Brunson is helpful, supportive and encouraging! Highly recommend!

Reviewed May 2024

Melissa has helped me in major ways along with helping me express myself leading to self discovery. I enjoy talking to her and wish we could talk longer. I’m very happy I found her. I trust her expertise and would definitely recommend her .

Reviewed April 2024

Melissa is a great listener and provides a wealth of support and valuable expertise in a down to earth way. Her wisdom and patience is calming and reassuring.

Reviewed March 2024

I love working with Melissa Brunson! Things have gotten so much better with my situation since working with her. She is very knowledgeable and I appreciate her wisdom and expertise. My life is changing drastically for the better and I am so thankful for Melissa Brunson.

Reviewed March 2024

Great God-fearing woman. She is a great help and a great listener with some great biblical expertise and references to help guide you and give you inspiration.

Reviewed February 2024

She always a great listening ear and she always support me and how I feeling!!!

Reviewed February 2024

Melissa Brunson is very wise. I thought I knew all I needed to know when I signed up for therapy, but she has offered suggestions to help make my situation better. She listens but also knows when to offer help.

Reviewed February 2024

Melissa has been great. She is able to help me and my spouse see eye to eye without us feeling judged. We really appreciate her help.

Reviewed February 2024

Miss Melissa is AMAZING. She shares personal stories of her own that relate to yours and listens to everything you have to say fully. Extremely grateful to her.

Reviewed February 2024

Melissa is great at listening to my issues and communicates with me with helpful advice and also ask questions that allow me to think instead of giving a quick answer.

Reviewed January 2024

Dr Melissa Brunson has helped me so much in such a short time. She is very easy to talk to, gives great advice, and implements tools into my lesson plan to help me better understand how to deal with my issues or struggles. This has helped me achieve my goals and even aided in fixing some family bonds that had been broken. I’ve heard that healthy boundaries are important, but discussing it with your counselor and knowing they were going to hold you accountable and ask about it the next week, really gave me the strength I needed to keep those healthy boundaries in place. 10 out of 10, I have and will continue to recommend Melissa Brunson and the BetterHelp App to others.

Reviewed December 2023

Melissa is awesome!! She is very patient and extremely experienced!

Reviewed December 2023

She’s great! I love the spiritual conversations we have!

Reviewed December 2023

She listened and was very helpful

Reviewed November 2023

I love working with Mrs. Brunson. She is present, clear, give is great feedback. Feels like I am talking to a close family member or best friend.

Reviewed November 2023

Melissa is very knowledgeable and has lots of wisdom! She was able to help me unpack emotions I couldn’t express. She offered great advice and tips on how to navigate throughout challenging situations. Highly Recommended her! I will definitely book future therapy sessions with her!

Reviewed November 2023

Melissa listens and offers great ideas to assist me in reaching my goals. Weather it's weight loss, eating healthy, de-stress, or dealing with grief. I've used breathing techniques she has shown me prior to meetings and performances. Very knowledgeable on topics I've inquired on.

Reviewed September 2023

Appreciate her so much! She is very attentive, knowledgeable and patient and very very caring.

Reviewed September 2023

Melissa is a great therapist! Shes always very attentive and helpful. I really enjoy how she can relate and give timely examples of wisdom. Really glad I found her.

Reviewed September 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Melissa Brunson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Melissa Brunson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Melissa Brunson speak?

Melissa Brunson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Melissa Brunson have?

Melissa Brunson has 11 years of experience.

Where is Melissa Brunson licensed to practice?

Melissa Brunson is licensed to practice in Georgia.

Does Melissa Brunson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Melissa Brunson does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Melissa Brunson?

Melissa Brunson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Melissa Brunson?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.